The Gifted and Talented Education Plan (GATE) of Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) is an integral part of our commitment to provide for the unique needs, interests, skills, and talents of all students. The GATE program should support individual students in developing creative and critical thinking, leadership, visual and performing arts, and/or specific academic abilities. GATE is intended to enhance and enrich experiences in the regular classroom, as well as allow for an expansion of the existing curriculum. Goals of GATE are to: 

• Develop critical thinking skills

• Develop problem-solving skills

• Develop oral and written communications skills

• Encourage and recognize creativity

• Encourage and provide opportunities for leadership development

• Develop and reinforce positive self-concept

• Provide enrichment opportunities that enhance the cultural and educational experience

• Encourage individuals to become life-long learners
  
  

Family Notification and Information

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of a student who qualifies for the Gifted and Talented Program shall be notified in writing. Permission for the student’s participation may be found in the district’s student information system and online enrollment forms. 

A written summary of the individual programming options is sent annually to parent(s)/guardian(s) of the identified gifted and talented student.